Historic Church with Stained
For Sale
$449,000
925 Backus Street, Jackson, MI 49202
Commercial Sale, Jackson, MI
Property Size31,524 SF
Lot Size4.00 Acres
Price / SF$14.24
Days on Market450
Property Features for 925 Backus Street
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning description
Zoning
Bathrooms
2
Full bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Parking
75
Parking features
Parking Lot
Exterior features
Courtyard, Rain Gutters
Fireplace
1
Basement
Finished, Partial
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Freezer
Lot features
Few Trees, Near Public Transit, Corner Lot
Elementary school district
Jackson
Middle school district
Jackson
High school district
Jackson
Directions
Flanked by Lansing Road, Clinton and Backus. East of I27
Standard status
Active
APN
2-12180000
Size
31,524 SF
Lot size
4.00 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
1220, 1221, 1222, 1223 BEG AT A PT ON E LN OF BACKUS ST 157.25 FT SO OF NW COR OF LOT 1 TH S 88 DEG 10' E 183.12 FT TH N 1 DEG 50' E 2 96 FT TO SLY LN OF CLINTON RD TH SELY TO SE COR OF LOT 1 TH W ALG S LN OF LOT 1 TO E LN OF BACKUS ST TH N TO BEG ALSO LOTS 2, 3, 4 & 5 BLK 1 FOOTE & BENNETT'S ADD
Legal Description
1220, 1221, 1222, 1223 BEG AT A PT ON E LN OF BACKUS ST 157.25 FT SO OF NW COR OF LOT 1 TH S 88 DEG 10' E 183.12 FT TH N 1 DEG 50' E 2 96 FT TO SLY LN OF CLINTON RD TH SELY TO SE COR OF LOT 1 TH W ALG S LN OF LOT 1 TO E LN OF BACKUS ST TH N TO BEG ALSO LOTS 2, 3, 4 & 5 BLK 1 FOOTE & BENNETT'S ADD
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Steam
Cooling system
Central Air
Water source
Public
Building Details
Year built
1928
Floors in Building
3
Flooring type
Varies, Terrazzo, Wood, Carpet
Building materials
Brick, Concrete, Vinyl Siding
Roof type
Shingle
Architectural style
Other
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams Realty Lansing
(517) 853-1200
Listed By:
Deborah Federau · License #6506046372
(517) 202-4232
Added: May 30, 2025
Changed: Aug 19
Last Checked: Aug 22 at 12:06AM
MLS# 288542
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Historic, fully operational church built in 1928 offering a traditional sanctuary with stained glass, soaring ceilings, and intricate woodwork. The property is on three spacious floors and includes two kitchens: a full-service kitchen with a walk-in pantry in Wesley Hall on the lower level, plus a separate galley-style kitchen off the narthex in the Parlor. There is also the opportunity to reconstruct a third kitchen on the second level. Seven lavatories are well distributed for large gatherings or multi-use configurations. Interior flooring includes terrazzo, wood, and carpet (varies). A fireplace is also present.
Set on a 4-acre site with a courtyard and rain gutters, the building is constructed with brick, concrete, and vinyl siding and is covered by a shingle roof. Heating is steam and cooling is central air. Parking is available in a parking lot. Utilities include public water and public sewer.
For buyers looking for a facility that can support ongoing religious use and also be adapted for other community or event-oriented purposes, this structure’s solid construction and versatile layout provide a practical foundation for multiple paths forward.
Set on a 4-acre site with a courtyard and rain gutters, the building is constructed with brick, concrete, and vinyl siding and is covered by a shingle roof. Heating is steam and cooling is central air. Parking is available in a parking lot. Utilities include public water and public sewer.
For buyers looking for a facility that can support ongoing religious use and also be adapted for other community or event-oriented purposes, this structure’s solid construction and versatile layout provide a practical foundation for multiple paths forward.
Key Highlights
- Stained‑glass sanctuary with traditional design elements, soaring ceilings, and intricate woodwork
- 3 spacious floors for offices, classrooms, and meeting areas or other conversions
- Two kitchens plus the opportunity to reconstruct a third kitchen on the second level
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
801
Businesses Nearby
Explore this area
Business Placement
Demographics for 49202, MI
19,359
Population
9,598
Households
2
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
15%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
12.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,524
Density / Sq Mi
$41,916
Median Household Income
$30,638
Median Earnings
$915
Median Rent
$104,100
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Church & religious facility - Three-floor historic church with multiple kitchens, seven lavatories, central air, and a stained-glass sanctuary.
Where is this church & religious facility located?
The property is located at 925 Backus Street Jackson, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $449,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Stained‑glass sanctuary with traditional design elements, soaring ceilings, and intricate woodwork; 3 spacious floors for offices, classrooms, and meeting areas or other conversions; Two kitchens plus the opportunity to reconstruct a third kitchen on the second level
